W. T. Clarke High School is a high school in Salisbury, New York. It is operated by the East Meadow Union Free School District, also known as the East Meadow School District. The school serves students living in Salisbury, East Meadow, and Levittown, New York.
Serving 642 students in grades 6-8, Clarke Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarke Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Clarke Middle School's student population of 642 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Clarke Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarke Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#547 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
37%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarke Middle School's ranking?
Clarke Middle School is ranked #547 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Clarke Middle School often compared to?
Clarke Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jericho Middle School, South Woods Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Clarke Middle School?
642 students attend Clarke Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Clarke Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarke Middle School?
Clarke Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clarke Middle School offer ?
Clarke Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarke Middle School part of?
Clarke Middle School is part of East Meadow Union Free School District.
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